Social and Local News Roundup in Keota Area
Jessie Rice arrives from Lubbock to stay with Mrs. Belle Rice until Saturday. Fresh eggs priced at 15c retail. Mrs. Dan Brindley hosts luncheon-bridge with Mrs. J. Bailey as guest high scorer. Otto Fritz and T horst family visits from Kalona join Keota locals. Charlies Grayson of Davenport visits. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Gray and Elliott Grayson travel home to Cedar Is. Mrs. Temple of Heim, Calif., staying with her parents. Bert Reinhard of Grinnell works at Peters hardware. Jean Reinhard, sixth grader, to be here early February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlies Grayson
Davenport
Ed Gray
Elliot Grayson
Cedar
Mr. Gray
Grayson
Temple Otheim
Calif
Bert Reinhard
Grinnell
Peters Hardware
Two Basketball Games Here Tonight Demons vs Fort Madison
Bloomfield and Washington junior college and high school teams meet strong foes tonight in two games at the high school gym. Bloomfield faces the Cardinals at 7 15 with key players out for Bloomfield and Fort Madison’s Demons to follow led by Ed Chuck and Francis Mangold at forward and center.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demons
Fort Madison
Washington Junior College
Junior College Cardinals
Bloomfield
Lewis
Dea
Bob Lewis
Frank Dea
Kenneth Kimberlin
Bob Lowe
Dick Marshall
Prebyl
Arlo Burham
Don Voorhees
Don Kiesey
Bob Faulkner
Shepherd
Vacha
Dick Anderson
Kheiper
Fred Maasdam
Ronald Keiper
Ed Chuck
Francis Mangold
Jack Watson
Homer Herron
Ellis Finke
Marvin Gingerich
Gordon Carstensen
Jim Meek
Bob Anderson
Charlie Thrapp
de Kalb
Fairfield
Miller Couple Welcome Baby at Home North of Kalona
A son was born yesterday afternoon to Mr. and Mrs. Ira Miller at their home north of Kalona. The baby weighed eight pounds four ounces. Rev. W G Robertson of Atlantic Iowa fell ill while en route to Crawfordsville to conduct the funeral of James Rhea and stopped at the Ferguson home in West Chester. Rev. W N Nichols of Washington filled in at Crawfordsville. Henry Eckhardt and Bertha Maske of Wellman obtained a wedding license here yesterday. Walter R Brown spent today in Ottumwa on business. K A Mathers and Albert Wehr of Haskins and W T Duncan of Columbus Junction were business visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ira Miller
Kalona
W. G. Robertson
Atlantic
Iowa
Crawfordsville
James Rhea
R. C. Ferguson
West Chester
W. N. Nichol
Washington
Henry Eckhardt
Bertha Maske
Wellman
K.A. Mathers
Albert Wehr
Haskins
W. T. Duncan
Columbus Junction
Farmers Grow Wheat Corn and Cotton for Each City Resident
A survey shows U S farmers cultivate a quarter acre of wheat three quarters acre of corn and one eighth acre of cotton for every American city dweller. The data highlights land use patterns tied to per capita food and fiber production across the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Lipstick Use Could Paint Forty Thousand Barns
The department of commerce notes women in the country use enough lipstick annually to paint about forty thousand barns, highlighting consumer beauty trends and resource use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Commerce
Fifteen Cardinals Awarded Football Honors
Washington junior college announces 15 players honored for 1939 football. Eight received sweaters for two years of play and seven earned one year. Sweaters went to Carl Jungbluth Ed Chuck Bill Finke Ralph Schoonover Bill Longer Jack Dunbar Charles Thrapp Carroll Yoder. Letters went to Ellis Finke Maurice Putman Leo Palmer Bob Anderson Jim Meek Marvin Gingerich and Jack Watson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Kenneth Kimberlin
Carl Jungbluth
Ed Chuck
Bill Finke
Ralph Schoonover
Bill Longer
Jack Dunbar
Charles Thrapp
Carroll Yoder
Ellis Finke
Maurice Putman
Leo Palmer
Bob Anderson
Jim Meek
Marvin Gingerich
Jack Watson
Prairie Flower Missionary Society Meets at Booth Home
Twelve members of the Prairie Flower Missionary society held an all day meeting yesterday at the home of Mrs. M. Booth. A cooperative dinner was served with Mrs. T Reeves assisting. Velma Booth made Chinese proverb place cards and napkins bore a welcome symbol. The group prayed and heard devotionals led by Mrs. Strong and scripture from John. Miss Booth's China work prompted questions as she sails next month. Mrs. Orva Scott presided over a brief business session. February hostesses are Mrs. Eva Mouser Mrs. Adolph Larson and Mrs. Milford Anderson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prairie Flower Missionary Seciery
M. Booth
T. ©. Reeves
Velma Booth
C. E. Strong
Mras Strong
Airline Forced Down Near Moline in Ice Landing
Five passengers remained unharmed after a United States sleeper plane ran engine trouble and was forced to land on the Rock River ice a half mile north of Moline airport. Pilot C EB Wheeler and co pilot suffered bruises while attempting to reach the field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moline, HL
Jan
United States
West Coast
C. EB. Wheeler
Rock River
Moline
Douglig
Moline Field
Steamboat Race Between R. E. Lee and Natchez
In 1870 the famous river steamboat race from New Orleans to St. Louis ended with the R. E. Lee arriving at St. Louis at 11 25 a m on July 4 after 3 days 18 hours and 30 minutes to cover 1210 miles. The Natchez followed about six hours later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Lee
New Orleans
St. Louis
Farm Lands Texas Holds Largest Farming Acreage
Texas has 124 707 130 acres devoted to farming, the most in the nation, nearly four times Nebraska's total. The District of Columbia remains the smallest farming district with 3071 acres.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Nebraska
District of Columbia
Maid-Rites Edge Zulu Kings In Low-Scoring Victory
Maid-Rites defeated the Zulu Kings 21 to 19 as they exploited passing and stalling tactics in a tight game. The first half ended 18-15 with Maid-Rites ahead, while the Zulus rallied with long range goals in the final period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maidrites
Maid-rites
Ifa
Maid Rites
Wmeiaehiedi
Cceennaak
Ceniteteaeniaiee
Wiliams of
Lowa
Louisa County Basketball Tournament Slated for February
Louisa County to stage a boys basketball tournament at Morning Sun on February 89 10 with games planned including Morning Sun versus Wyman Grandview against Wapello and Columbus Junction facing Cotter Letts receives a bye. Consolation and finals set for February 10 with Ding Marshall as scorekeeper CG Bedford as timer and Wright and Mokveever as officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus Junction
Louisa County
Morning Sun
Wyman
Grandview
Wapello
Cotter
Morning Sun-Wyman
Ding Marshall
A. Bedford
Wright
Mokv
Eever
Mrs John Martin Hosts Braden Club Meeting
Mrs John Martin entertained Braden club members at her home on Wednesday afternoon. President Mrs Clarence Fulton appointed Mrs John Martin Mrs Moral Smith and Mrs Ernest Jones to the flower committee. Members enjoyed guessing contests and learned from them. Refreshments were served by the hostess with assistance from guest Mrs Peter Koehler. Eleven members attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Martin
Braden Club
Clarence Fulton
Moral Smith
Ernest Jones
Peter Koehler
Dinner Circle Club Holds All Day Meeting at Johnson Home
Dinner Circle members gathered for an all day meeting and pot luck at Mable Johnson's home. Fourteen members plus one guest Mrs J L Johnson attended. An afternoon of social time and knotting a comforter followed. The next meeting on February 1 with Mrs Ralph Kelsey will include a handkerchief shower for three members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friendly Circle Club
Mable Johnson
J.L. Johnson
Ralph Kelsey
Rebekah Club Holds Afternoon Meeting at Mrs Morgan's
Mrs. Myrtle Morgan hosted a Rebekah club meeting at her home yesterday afternoon with two guests and solid member turnout. Carpet rags were torn and sewn around the business session. Mrs. Orley Page helped serve refreshments. Mrs. Milo Sterle is slated to host the next meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrtle Morgan
Rebekah Club
Orley Page
Milo Sterle
Hospital Births and Dismissals Reported
Mrs Frank Rice and baby Bruce Robert of Washington were discharged yesterday. Mable Hayes Washington was discharged this morning. Mr and Mrs Clyde Knight of Washington route four welcomed a son born yesterday at 2 20 pm weighing seven pounds eleven ounces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Rice
Bruce Robert
Washington
Mable Hayes Washington
Clyde Knight
Officers Installed in Washington Chapter No. 98 Eastern Star
Washington chapter No. 98 Eastern Star installed officers for 1940 after a pot luck supper in the Masonic Temple attended by about 75. New officers named include Mrs Snakenberg as worthy matron and Ernest Salladay as worthy patron with committees appointed for relief, finance, charity, education, and more. Visitors from Wellman South English Ainsworth and nearby towns attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ordey
Eastern Star
Masonic Temple
Ernest Salladaye
Earl Steele
O. E. Sisk
Art Swift
Mozelle Russell
Winfield
Paul Snakenberg
Swift
Maatreen
Russell
Charles Kennedy
Nellie Dodder
Marie Jackson
Howard McBride
Fred Bey
Snokenberg
Eronest
Sallanday
H. M. Dodder
Victor Blattner
Belle Rice
Farl Bickford
Don Maxwell
O. E. Schmitt
L. M. Robertson
Lucille Bales
Marshal
Will Hemmings
Wisie Long
Adah
Fred Maasdam
Ruth
Esther
Harriet Bey
Mar
Tha
T. A. Flenner
Sentinel
Financce
Robert Risk
Lloyd Foster
Lloyd Neiswanner
Ted Crone
Harrison Dodder
Ww. T Carson
Ruth Lemley
Lander Kennedy
G. W. Manassier
George McDaniel
A. W. Yard
George Pauls
S. B. Watson
Floyd Roe
H. G. Miller
J. M. Lloyd
Max Marble
Nellie Dedder
Howard Mc Bride
Ernest Salladay
Will Mohland
Artswift
T. J. Pease
Ruth Bridges
Rainbow Board
Finest Salladay
E. FE. Stutsman
Ka Squire
Claude Tucker
Harvey Meek
Wellman South English
Ainsworth
Public Affairs Luncheon Hosts Discuss Federal Education Aid
Twenty Public Affairs members and two guests met at the North Side cafe private dining room for a luncheon. Anna Dawson and Mrs J O Sexton hosted. topics included The Federal Government and Education and Education of the Deaf and Blind with remarks on land grants, college aid, and Helen Keller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Dawson
J. O. Sexton
Public Affairs Department
North Side
H. CC, Hull
E. J. Johnson
Leslie Gates
Boyd Berdo
Tielen Keller
Cooperative Dinner Served to Club Members at Rural Woman’s Event
Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Alliman hosted a cooperative dinner for Rural Woman's club members and families. The event featured a cafeteria-style meal, doxology, and social activities with thirty attendees plus children from Young America school assisting Roger Alliman’s third birthday celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd Alliman
Roger Alliman
Young America School
Roger
Honores
Alliman
Sand C Club Holds Meeting at Riverside Home
The Sand C club met at Mrs. Bert Cray's Riverside home yesterday afternoon with seven members and two guests. The session included a social hour and refreshments served by the hostess. Guests present were Robert Eugene and Leste Nicola, and Mrs. Fred Havel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sand C Club
Bert Cray
Riverside
Robert Eugene
Leste Nicola
Fred Havel
Past Matrons Club to Meet Thursday
All past matrons of the Eastern Star are welcome to attend the last Matrons club meeting Saturday afternoon at 2:50. Refreshments will be served by the committee and those attending are asked to bring their fancy work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Eastern Star
Masonic Lempiec
Richards Family Honored At Surprise Party
A surprise party was held for Mr and Mrs Wht Richards and family and Mrs T M Smith. Neighbors attended a potluck supper and enjoyed games and visiting. Guests included Mr and Mrs W E Frame, Mr and Mrs Lewis Boner, Beverly and Wenneth, Mr and Mrs Joan Simmerimg, Junior and Brish, Will Dea, John and Elizabeth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wht. Richards
T. M. Smith
W. KE. Frame
Lewis Boner
Beverly
Wenneth
Joan Simmerimg
Brish
Airs
Will Dea
John
Hiizabeth
Surprise Party for Milt Sojka at Cedar Rapids Home
A farewell surprise held Saturday evening at Mr. and Mrs. Milt Sojka’s home honored their move to Cedar Rapids. Guests including the Kron, Lukavsky, Wollrab, Yancky, Malichhy, Lasek, Beranek, Havel, Sojka relatives and others joined in cards, bingo, and games with well filled baskets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milt Sojka
Sojka
Cedar Rapids
Martin Kron
Frea Lukavsky
Elmo Rummeshart
Harry Wollrab
Milt Wollrab
Verle
Paul Yancky
Harry Malichhy
Melo Lasek
Stanley Beranek
George Havel
Mary Ann
Melo Thorak
Nellie
Harold
Dale
Marie
Betty Sojka
Wessojka
Darlene
Norman
Mrs. Fred C. Kron Hosts Bridge Afternoon
Riverside reports a Delta Delt club gathering at Mrs. Kron's home with guests from Iowa City Coralville and local members. Bridge on three tables awarded high score to A. H. Pogge traveling prize to Mrs. Cress and all cuts to Mrs. Smola. Lunch followed. The Riverside Methodist Ladies Aid met at Mrs. Marner's home for a business and social afternoon ending with a lunch prepared by a committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside
Fred C. Kron
Delta Delt Club
William H. Cress
Iowa City
Richard McAllister
Coralville
Thomas Hutz
Dorothy Fitgzsimmons
John R. Yessy
Joseph Walsh
A. H. Pogge
Robert Smola
Ladies Aid Society
Ladies’ Aid Society
Riverside Methodist Church
R. I. Marner
Ray Breckenridge
Marner
Many Happy Returns Birthdays for Local Residents
Postmaster M. C. DeLong of Washington and his mother Mrs. Ella DeLong of Crawfordsville celebrate their birthdays today. Itelen Hayes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Hayes, is also celebrating. Also eligible for greetings are F. L. Casey, Mrs. John Shebeck, W. E. Morgan, Edith Crandall, Jean Murphy, and Willard Spencer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. C. DeLong
Washington
Ella DeLong
Crawfordsville
Itelen Hayes
Mrs. Emmett Hayes
F. L. Casey
John Shebeck
W. E. Morgan
Edith Crandall
Jean Murphy
Willard Spencer
Social Calendar Update Delays and Club Meetings Cast
Loyal Women’s Bible class of Baptist church postponed until further notice. Past Matrons club meets 2:30 p.m. at Masonic Temple with fancy work. all past matrons invited. Presbyterian Vigilant class potluck at 6:30 p.m. at Harry Ramseyer home. Bible department at 2:30 p.m. at 320 West Washington. VFW auxiliary event scheduled for Tuesday evening at K C hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loyal Women’s Bible Class
Baptist Church
Masonic Temple
Presbyterian
Harry Ramseyer
Bible Department
George Clapper
West Washington Street
Bridge Club Meets With Mrs Hotle
Mrs George Hotle hosted her bridge club at a pot luck dinner yesterday at noon. After dinner the group played at three tables with Mrs Vic Crone taking high score and Mrs Florence Hout earning the prize for most little slams. Mrs Roy Probst attended as guest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hotle
Vic Crone
Florence Hout
Roy Probst
H. H. Club Meets At Mrs Gilpin Home
Six members and one guest met at Mrs Frances Gilpins home for the H H club meeting. Seven children attended and a yearbook project was started. A shower for Thelma Louise Hesseltine, daughter of Mr and Mrs Will Hesseltine, was held. Next gathering planned with Mrs Helen Blanchard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beulah Spangler
H. H. Club
Frances Gilpin
White Way Club Meets at Floyd Crayne Home
White Way club members meet Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Floyd Crayne with seventeen present. A short business session precedes a New Year program. Guests include Mrs. Emma Cherry and granddaughter Kay, among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White Way Club
Caa
Mra
Floyd Crayne
Pearl Smith
Lee Craig
Alice
Bill Crayne
Keith Stewart
Emma Cherry
Kay
Keith Wells
Nancy
Eddie
Pegey
Merle Bekels
Announcements Notice of Special Meeting
K of P announces a special meeting on Monday January 15 refreshments served large attendance urged at location Geo Baker C 28303.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. of Py
Geo
Baker
Long Forgotten Memories Evoked by Hypnosis
A report explores how hypnosis may unlock long buried memories. Researchers note varying success across individuals and emphasize careful clinical protocols to avoid false recollections.
TeBockhorst Pribyl MARRIED TODAY at Holy Trinity Richmond
Bernadette TeBockhorst daughter of Mr and Mrs Leo TeBockhorst and Wilbur F Pribyl son of Mr and Mrs Frank Pribyl were married this morning at Holy Trinity church Richmond. The ceremony featured a single ring service and was followed by a wedding breakfast for twenty. The couple resides near Washington and Kalona respectively and will honeymoon at home in coming spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernadette TeBockhorst
Leo TeBockhorst
Washington
Wilbur F. Pribyl
Frank Pribyl
Kalona
Holy Trinity Church
Richmond
A. B. van Waus
M. Ewalda
Norma Jane Te Bockhorst
Emily Kolovick
Maid Honor
Maid of Honor
Norbert TeRockhart
Claude Escher
Maynard Strabala
Richard
Robert TeRockhorst
Leo Te Bockhorst
Clara
Matilda TeBockhorst
Joe Kolosick
Casino Hall
Pribyl
Holy Trinity School
Kalona High School
Clauses
Oceanography finding links seasickness in fish
A. L. Weed of the Field Museum of Natural History reports that fish suffer mal de mer or seasickness, observed in their reactions to boat motion, paralleling human experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oceanography
A. ©. Weed
Field Museum of Natural History
Weed
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